Breaking the Silence, Creating Change
Empowering survivors of sexual trauma to advocate for transparency, challenge cultural over-sexualization, and create a safer world.
Featured Content Section
- Upcoming speaking engagements
- New resources
- Recent advocacy successes
Core Principles
Survivor Advocacy
Supporting survivors of sexual trauma through advocacy for safe and transparent release of offenders. Your voice matters, and together we can create change.
Cultural Change
Addressing the over-sexualization of American culture and providing tools to recognize, respond to, and reshape harmful cultural messages.
Books and Speaking
Resources, insights, and opportunities to engage through published works and speaking events that inspire and educate.
Featured Content Section
- Upcoming speaking engagements
- New resources
- Recent advocacy successes
Testimonial Section
- Brief quotes from individuals who have been impacted by your work (can be anonymous or first-name only for sensitivity):
- “Sylvia is a uniquely gifted writer and speaker with the ability to weave the horrors of childhood abuse and assault with the mercy and grace of a loving and forgiving heavenly Father. Broken people are still valued and loved by God.” Marge R.
- (Sandy, A)
- “I am Laura McCollum’s daughter, which gives me a unique voice in the fight against sexual violence. Sylvia has taught me it’s okay to have boundaries. I’ve learned it’s okay to stand up and say no. She taught me to love myself again. I wouldn’t even be here today if it wasn’t for Sylvia Peterson.” Amanda W.
- “As a new parent I am terrified that my children will inherit a world where sexual intimacy has been cheapened to ‘just plain sex.’” Gloria D.
Take Action Section
Interactive section with multiple ways visitors can engage:
- “The House”
- Download educational resources
- Find Washington state-specific legislation information
- Book a speaking engagement
- Purchase books